Friday

OPEN FORMAT is a monthly series presenting a changing roster of secret DJs mixing together music they love, freely an regardless of genre. It takes place the 3rd Friday of each month, from 9:00pm to 1:00am, beginning January 2011 at Shanghai Restaurant (651 Somerset Street West, Ottawa). It is free but by donation, with the DJs of each night directing  all monies to people and/or places in our communities where it may be helpful.
OPEN FORMAT 02 -- benefit for CHUO 89.1 FM
Friday, February 18, 2011
Shanghai Restaurant (651 Somerset St. West), Ottawa
9:oo PM to 1:oo AM
Free (donation requested)
ALL AGES

La Petite Mort Gallery presents..
One Night ONLY Exhibit
LUC PIGEAULT
New Photographic Works
VERNISSAGE: Friday February 18, 2011/ 7-10pm
Tunes by Big Mac Daddy
Proudly sponsored by CKCU 93.1 FM

KARSH-MASSON GALLERY
136 St. Patrick Street, Ottawa
ARTIST TALK with INGRID LARSSEN (in English)
Sunday, February 20 at 2 pm
All welcome. Free of charge.
Presented in conjunction with
CONSTRUCTIONS : CONTEMPORARY NORWEGIAN ARTS & CRAFTS
Organized by The Royal Norwegian Embassy in partnership with the Norwegian Association for Arts and Crafts and the City of Ottawa
Exhibition continues until March 20, 2011
Sunday

February 20th – This Way of Life
(2010, dir Thomas Burstyn, New Zealand)
Filmed in the stunning beauty of New Zealand's rugged Ruahine Mountains by veteran cinematographer and ex-Montrealer Thomas Burstyn, this documentary follows the unusual family of Peter Karena and his wife, Colleen, as they raise their half-wild brood of six kids, trying to eke out a different kind of life for themselves. Peter can tame a wild horse, or field dress a deer, but he can't seem to find a home for his family amidst an escalating struggle with his own father. Shortlisted for the Best Documentary Oscar.
Café Molo (upstairs), 745 Riverside Dr., Wakefield (corner of River Road and Valley Drive). Sunday screenings 5 pm & 7:30 pm.

Last week, Phoenix went home and there was drama because Mimi Imfurst thought that she was awesome, when really, she is just kind of annoying. Good times!

We start today with a mini challenge, which I am just going to sum up in a few lines because no one cares about them. The ladies have to create a fashion leotard out of only duct tape. The three plus sized queens team up together (Mimi, Delta and Stacy Layne). They barely get any tape over their big bones, and Delta and Stacy don’t really want to be with Mimi. Manila and Carmen win.

The real challenge this week is to create an inspirational workout video. The two winners pick teams.

Manila’s team is Raja, Mimi, Shangela, Stacy Layne, and Alexis. Highlights from their taping include Shangela being funny and not annoying, And Alexis being cute with  a lip-gloss inspired workout. Lowlights include Raja’s weird man voice and Mimi.

Fabio and Mike are very bitter about their loss to Antonia, and claim that her mussels were actually a French dish. Hating! There is no talk of Tre’s exit.

Quickfire: Create a Unique Fondue. 30 Minutes

Let me just warn you now: I freaking love cheese fondue. It is the food of the gods. I will be judging these “unique fondues” very harshly. God, I want fondue now. Their guest judge is themselves. They will have to pick the best and worst dishes. There is no more immunity.

Last night’s Gossip Girl, “It-Girl Happened One Night,” sadly does not feature anyone hiking up her skirt in order to hitch a ride. It does, however, feature a Valentine’s vendetta, a really ugly side of Chuck, and further Damien menace. Also Blair and Dan, if you care about that sort of thing.

Blair doesn’t care about your photo-cles

Serena apparently wanders around in a men’s dress shirt and knee socks regardless of where she wakes up. Aw, she buys her own men’s dress shirts! So Blair’s been très busy at W, and it’s either the day before Valentine’s Day or the day before that or even the day itself (we all know how time works on the UES), but the point is that she’s working a lot, so Serena never sees her. Still, they sit down in Blair’s bed and love on each other for a while. Serena gets a plot for the episode by revealing that she and Ben decided not to spend VD together because their relationship is new and doesn’t need the pressure. And while I agree that they don’t, I don’t see why it didn’t occur to them to do something small and simple, nor why Blair didn’t suggest it. Perhaps because she’s too busy reminiscing about the “own private bacchanal,” sans goats, that she and Chuck has last year. Also -- and this is a big continuity problem if you ask me -- Blair still thinks that Chuck’s relationship with Raina is a fake and that they will find their way back to each other eventually. While I agree with the latter, poor Blair to think the former. Also, it sounded a bit like she was talking about Serena and Dan, which grossed me out for even thinking it.

UNSTOPPABLE

DIRECTOR: TONY SCOTT

Starring: Denzel Washington, Chris Pine

Hang on for the ride of your life as Oscar winner Denzel Washington* and Chris Pine (Star Trek) team up for the year’s most electrifying action-thriller. A runaway train, transporting deadly toxic chemicals, is barrelling down on Scranton, Pennsylvania and only two men can stop it: a veteran engineer (Washington), and a young conductor (Pine.) Thousands of lives hang in the balance as these ordinary heroes attempt to chase down one million tons of hurtling steel and prevent an epic disaster. Helmed by visionary director Tony Scott (Man On Fire), this story inspired by actual events delivers excitement and suspense that are…UNSTOPPABLE!

GENRE: ACTION
FORMAT: DVD & BLU-RAY
RUNTIME: 98 MINS
RATED: PG-13

HEY ROSETTA!
Feeds
www.heyrosetta.com
Dist: Warner Music Canada


Hey Rosetta! hails from the rocky and cold northeastern province of Newfoundland & Labrador. In 2005, Tim Baker arrived home from a road trip with a suitcase full of poems and melodies. Hey Rosetta! was formed soon after with the addition of a string section (cellist Romesh Thavanathan and violinist Kinley Dowling) and rhythm section (bassist Josh Ward, drummer Phil Maloney and guitarist Adam Hogan). Since then, they’ve blossomed into a powerful group whose explosive live shows have earned them a devoted following. The band’s new album, Seeds, was produced by Tony Doogan (Belle and Sebastian, Mogwai, Wintersleep). Seeds reveals a maturing lyrical depth and an atmosphere rooted to the band’s passion for epic musical experiences.

When Blair said that on last Monday’s Gossip Girl, “Panic Roommate,” I may have yelled, “THESIS STATEMENT.” Because, seriously, if Gossip Girl had a central idea, it would be “scheming and burlesque,” right? Also, I hope Jacob took that as a massive shout out. Otherwise, though I haven’t been recapping, I have been watching, and Gossip Girl is still doing everything I love: Serena’s moves on to the next guy as soon as the first gets close, Blair’s up to her eyes in a scheme of her own making, Dan’s hating, Chuck’s making faces, and Nate’s getting pimped. Yay!

Ex-Con Estates

So get this: Goofus (he’s Goofus all episode long, no?) didn’t even ask Dan if it would be okay to move an ex-con into the loft. He brought it up once and just assumed that Dan would be on board because . . . Ben was falsely accused? Making up for Lily’s lies is Goofus’ full time job now? Maybe Dan should show a little gratitude toward his totally rent-free existence? I would argue the last, but Goofus is probably thinking the first. So Dan immediately goes running to Eric with what he perceives as a serious problem.

Boldly Tuck Where No Man Has Tucked Before

Welcome to week two! I get very excited when the opening credits role on this show because I know I am in for some zany, yet fabulous times. The ladies dwell on Venus D-lite’s exit and people mostly react by having it set in that the competition is on. The first shemail of the day comes in, and a gorgeous lady Ru tells us that the girls will have to “boldly tuck where no man has tucked before”. Immediately following this, the man Rupaul comes into the room and it is jarring, as always. The ladies are asked to pair up into teams and will have to communicate psychically to match answers about their partners clothing (that they can’t see).

Raja and Delta: I think these two are friends  from before because Raja tells us that Delta knows all about her (including how many cab drivers she has slept with). They get 1 out of three questions correct. Mariah and Phoenix are next--we only hear two of their questions, but they only get one correct. The remaining pairs are Carmen and someone who is unnamed, Stacy and Alexis, Shangela and India, and finally Mimi and Yara. The winners are Phoenix and Mariah. The next challenge is to shoot scenes for the movie Drag Queens in Outer Space and the two winners pick teams.

Make them an offer they can’t refuse

No one is particularly torn up about Marcel’s departure, and Mike is particularly glad to see him gone. I still have mixed feelings about his exit…who’s hair will I make fun of this week? We are down to 9 contestants, which still seems like a lot.

Quickfire: Make a plate that will be judged on presentation and aethetics only

CAO Sweetheart Cocktail for the Arts

WE ARE THE ARTS!

Escape the February blahs and join us in a celebration of excellence in the arts! We'll fuel your passions with music, dance, delicacies and the best opportunity for charming chats with a host of arts enthusiasts.

Date: Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Place: Canadian Museum of Nature Salon
Tickets: $75
Get together with our sponsors' representatives, business leaders, arts patrons, artists, media personnel and politicians of all stripes as we celebrate the great work being done by our local artists and the generosity of our business partners who believe in recognising excellence in the arts.

The event will highlight the announcement of the short-listed nominees for the inaugural RBC Emerging Artist Award, the Mid-Career Artist Award, sponsored by Ginsberg Gluzman Fage & Levitz, LLP, and Mann & Partners, LLP and the Victor Tolgesy Arts Award. In addition we will be presenting the CAO annual Business Award for contribution to the arts.

www.arts-ottawa.on.ca
council@arts-ottawa.on.ca

FIELDWORK - CALL FOR PROPOSALS

fieldwork is accepting proposals for its 2012-13 exhibition season
For information on fieldwork and to download a pdf with detailed submission information go to:  www.fieldworkproject.com
Contact:  fieldworkproject@gmail.com

DEADLINE:  March 15, 2011

fieldwork is an outdoor art space dedicated to presenting new, site-specific installations biannually for the public to discover.  It is located in a small field in eastern Ontario, close to the town of Perth, next to a gravel road.
There are two exhibition periods each year:  Spring/Summer, and Autumn/Winter.

fieldwork is a not-for-profit project, volunteer-run by the fieldwork Collective and is supported by The Ontario Arts Council.

ELIGIBILITY:

Artists or collaborations of creative people (including Landscape Architects, Designers, Multimedia artists) are welcome to submit proposals for installation at the field site, or for digital installations to be linked to the website. The work proposed is intended to be site-specific (ie. conceived for, and related to, the field) and may be in any media.  Attention to the integrity of the land as well as public safety must be given.

KEY DATES:

March 15, 2011: Deadline for receipt of applications
May 31, 2011:  Notification of acceptance

Spring/Summer 2012
Installation period: May 1-15, 2012
Exhibition period: May 15 - September 7, 2012

Autumn/Winter 2012/13
Installation period:  September 1-15, 2012
Exhibition period: September 15, 2012 - May 1, 2013.

Independent Short Film SINCERUS Call for Volunteers: Crew + Cast

SINCERUS features a young man who experiences a succession of startling surreal visions in his dreams and waking life that help him recognize the presence of sincerity. This artistic short film project will be filmed in the Ottawa region in the summer of 2011.

Film/video, acting and art students and professionals + creative volunteers are welcome! This is a unique opportunity for artists and actors of all ages to build their portfolio experience working on a quality indie film project. We are looking for crew and cast who are available for one or several weekends.

Please note:
- all acting roles and production crew are voluntary & non-union.
- food and refreshments will be provided on set.
- transportation will be provided upon request.

CAST

Leads will be required to have some acting or performing experiences.

Supporting cast and extras need no acting or performing experience.

CREW

Preferred production + post production collaborators with film/video experience.

If you’re interested in participating please send: name, email address, phone number.

For Acting roles: Recent headshot (or picture) + Acting CV or “About yourself”

CONTACT: John Graham  soulblue2006@yahoo.ca

SAW Video Association is seeking a talented, dynamic, and bilingual Communications Coordinator to build and enhance communications at our busy media art centre.  The successful candidate will promote SAW Video’s programming initiatives regionally, provincially, and nationally; increase SAW Video’s profile in the media; and design and implement new marketing and promotional tools.

HOURS OF WORK:   24 hours per week

Qualifications:

§          A university degree or college diploma in communications or a related field;
§          Experience in graphic design for print and web;
§          Experience in media relations;
§          Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both official languages;
§          Proficiency in the following software : Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and/or In Design, as well as HTML and Dreamweaver;
§          Self-motivation and the ability to work independently and collaboratively; and
§          Knowledge of contemporary media art practice would be a strong asset.

Deadline for applications: Friday, Feb. 18th, 2011 5pm.

Please submit by mail, fax, or email:
- A one-page letter of intent describing your skills and experience as they relate to this position;
- A curriculum vitae or resumé

Send to:
Hiring Committee – Communications Coordinator

SAW Video Association
67 Nicholas St., Ottawa, Ontario K1N 7B9
Phone: (613) 238-7648 / Fax: (613) 238-4617
E-mail: sawvideo@sawvideo.com

SAW Video is committed to employment equity.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About SAW Video:

SAW Video is an artist-run centre committed to support ground-breaking artistic production, presentation and programming of media art. SAW Video provides many services to its membership including affordable technical facilities, and a wide range of programmes designed to create an atmosphere that will inspire production through the exchange of ideas around form, content and style.

In addition to providing affordable access to video production and post-production facilities, our activities include production support programmes for video artists, a comprehensive range of introductory, intermediate and advanced workshops as well as screenings and exhibitions. For more information on SAW Video, check out our web site: www.sawvideo.com.

SAW Video 67 Nicholas St.  Ottawa ON   K1N 7B9   T: (613) 238-7648   www.sawvideo.com

Tay Gallery Kanata is accepting submissions for two small art shows.

*City Slick March 1 – 26, 2011* Ottawa area artists are invited to submit paintings that express ‘city’ from your personal perspective. This is a small group show with no opening reception planned. Deadline for submissions Feb. 15, 2011.

*In Praise of Forests – April 4 – 30, 2011*
With Special Tribute to Beaver Pond Forest in Kanata
Plein air painters invited to submit.

The year 2011 was declared International Year of Forests by the United Nations.
In recognition of the importance of forests, and in particular to painters who seek out neighbouring forests for inspiration for their art, this exhibition will show appreciation for all that forests bring to all living things.
Deadline for submissions March 1, 2011.

Email submissions to lbrown@taygallerykanata.com
Please email up to 4 images of recent work (with descriptions of work) relevant to theme of show with cv, bio, artist statement.

Call to Artists
Juried Outdoor Art Festival
Ottawa

THE NEW ART FESTIVAL 2011
(formerly known as Art in the Park)

June 4 & 5, 2011
10 am to 5 pm
Central Park, The Glebe, Ottawa

A juried exhibition of original, one-of-a-kind art & fine craft organized to strengthen the connections among artists, art educators, galleries and the public. In its 19th year, this highly acclaimed event continues to grow in popularity, attracting hundreds of artists and thousands of visitors annually from the Ottawa area and throughout Canada.

Participating artists are selected by a jury comprised of practicing artists and arts professionals.

Prizes awarded in several categories.

Submissions must be received by Tuesday, March 15, 2011
(not a postmark deadline)

Submission details: www.artinfoboy.org

To current and former Ottawa residents, workers and students:

February 15, 2011 is the deadline to submit poetry for the  March 2011 issue of Bywords.ca. The judge for the 2010/2011 John Newlove Poetry Award is Angela Rawlings.

**Please consult the guidelines on www.bywords.ca** then send poems to submissions@bywords.ca.

Expressions of Interest - City Hall Atrium Project
Public Art, City of Surrey, BC Canada
Budget: $500,000

Deadline for applications: Tuesday, March 15, 2011 at 4:00 pm

The City of Surrey Public Art Program is seeking Expressions of Interest for public art work in the Atrium of the new Surrey City Hall, for completion in 2013.

The art work will be highly visible within the Atrium, the main entrance and lobby of New City Hall. Inspired by the theme of “Democracy” the artwork will anticipate Surrey’s diverse community and the various use of this facility. The artwork may be suspended from, attach to, or be integrated into the interior structure of the Atrium. It will be compatible with various uses of the floor space for concerts, announcements and large public gatherings.

This Call is open to all professional artists and artist teams, regionally, nationally and internationally.

For further “current artist opportunities” information: www.arts.surrey.ca

Surrey Arts Centre
13750 - 88 Ave, Surrey, BC, Canada V3W 3L1
T 604.501.5561 | F 604.501.5581
www.arts.surrey.ca

Online nominations are now open for Child & Youth Friendly Ottawa’s signature for youth-by-youth gala event. In its 14^th year the Spirit Awards celebrate the extraordinary achievements of youth who are making our community a better place – from athletes, to young entrepreneurs, to budding artists, to activities for social change, to those who have overcome personal obstacles. The purpose of the Spirit Awards is to promote a positive image of young people and to generate awareness of the valuable contributions that youth make in Ottawa.

We welcome youth and adults alike to nominate young people who are doing inspiring things under one of our eight award categories.

Award categories:

• Arts & Culture
• Service & Caring
• Young Entrepreneurship
• Personal Courage
• Academic Perseverance
• Young Athletes
• Young Activist
• Youth & Technology

Nominations must be submitted online by April 1, 2011. Finalists will be honored on Monday, May 30th at the gala event at the Ottawa Marriott Hotel.  For a full description of the online nomination process and award categories visit www.spiritawards.ca.

Calling all painters, photographers, sculptors and performance artists; be inspired by ‘our’ Chinatown, a multi-cultural village with Asian Flavour.

http://chinatownremixed.ca/2011/01/16/call-for-artist-submissions-is-now-open/

Visual and performance artists are invited to apply by midnight February 18th to participate in Chinatown REMIXED 2011.

Vernissages will be held Sunday, May 15th and the public are invited to view art in Chinatown businesses through to June 15th.

Successful candidates will be contacted by March 8th, 2011.

Long Bay Camp's "Arts by the Lake" is a sleep-over summer arts camp near Westport, Ontario (near Perth), that offers workshops in Visual arts, Drama, Music and Dance. To learn more about the Long Bay Camp, please visit our website www.LongBayCamp.ca

We are looking for ...

Art Instructors (Art, Drama, Music, Musical Theatre, Photography, Dance, etc.)

Fun and energetic instructors needed to teach a week-long workshop to a maximum of 12 children between the ages of 9 - 16. The session dates are weekly from July 3 -  August 6, 2011. The instruction is daily from 9:00 to 11:30 am and a one hour elective class in the afternoon, (elective not everyday). The pay is $600 per week, includes accommodation and delicious food. It would really be great to find teachers who really enjoy spending time and working with children and enjoy a beautiful, natural environment that is very community oriented.

For more details, please call Ott at 613-261-6466 or send resume to info@longbaycamp.ca.